Suzuki GSX400S Katana (1992-93)

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The Suzuki GSX 400S Katana is a 1992-93 model motorcycle with a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC, and 4 valves per cylinder. It has a capacity of 399cc/24.3 cu in, with a bore x stroke ratio of 52 x 47 mm. This model has liquid cooling and an 11.8:1 compression ratio. Mikuni BST32 carburetors are used for induction, and the ignition is fully transistorized. The motorcycle has an electric start, and its max power is 39.5 kW or 53 hp at 10500 rpm, with a maximum torque of 38.2 Nm / 3.9 kgf-m / 28.2 lb-ft at 9500 rpm. It features a wet, multiple-plate, coil spring clutch, and a six-speed transmission with a chain final drive. The gear ratios are 1st 3.363, 2nd 2.307, 3rd 1.750, 4th 1.437, 5th 1.250, and 6th 1.150. The primary and secondary drive ratios are 1.750 and 3.571, respectively. The frame is a double cradle, and the front suspension has telescopic forks while the rear suspension has dual shocks. The front brakes feature a double-disc setup while the rear brakes have a single-disc configuration.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki GSX 400S Katana

Year: 1992-93


Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 399 cc / 24.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 52 x 47 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 11.8:1
Induction: Mikuni BST32 carburetors
Ignition: Fully transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 39.5 kW 53 hp @ 10500 rpm
Max Torque: 38.2 Nm / 3.9 kgf-m / 28.2 lb-ft @ 9500 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multiple plates, coil spring
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Gear Ratio: 1st 3.363 / 2nd 2.307 / 3rd 1.750 / 4th 1.437 / 5th 1.250 / 6th 1.150
Primary Drive Rati: 1.750

Secondary Drive Ratio:: 3.571
Frame: Double Cradle
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Double disc
Rear Brakes: Single disc

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